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The Head of Medusa.

The Head of Medusa.

Authors :
Harris, James C.
Source :
JAMA Psychiatry; Jun2014, Vol. 71 Issue 6, p614-615, 2p
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

The article discusses the mythical story of the proud virgin Medusa. Topics mentioned include how Medusa was raped by Neptune, the god of the sea, why Minerva, the goddess of wisdom hated Medusa thus turning her hair into foul snakes and the killing of Medusa by the hero Perseus. It also presented the oil painting "The Head of Medusa" of painter Peter Paul Rubens and collaborator Frans Snyders.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
2168622X
Volume :
71
Issue :
6
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
JAMA Psychiatry
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
96367764
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2013.2735